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36 U.S.C. § 20903

U.S. CodeFederalPositive Law
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Title
36 — Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, and Organizations
Chapter
STII/PTB/CH209
Release
119-84
Release Date
2026-04-17

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The purposes of the corporation are as provided in the articles of incorporation and include—(1) encouraging fraternity for the common good; (2) fostering patriotism and loyalty; (3) assisting widows and orphans of deceased ex-prisoners of war; (4) assisting ex-prisoners of war who have been injured or disabled as a result of their service; (5) maintaining allegiance to the United States; (6) preserving and defending the United States from all enemies; and (7) maintaining historical records. (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1290.) Historical and Revision Notes RevisedSectionSource (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large) 2090336:2103.Aug. 10, 1982, Pub. L. 97–234, § 3, 96 Stat. 261. Before clause (1), the words “objects and” are omitted as unnecessary. In clause (5), the words “of America” are omitted for consistency.

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